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Google hit a screen snag, but the Pixel 2 XL still tops the Android heap

Despite some minor issues with the screen, we still stand by our claim that the Google Pixel 2 XL is the best Android phone you can buy.
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The Sproutling Wearable Baby Monitor is officially on the market

Sproutling's baby-monitoring wearable is now available. It can track your baby's sleep patterns and sends you notifications when he wakes up.
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In Honolulu? Text and cross the street and you’ll get a fine

Honolulu will fine you if you're caught looking at your phone or other mobile device when crossing the street.
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Amazon overhauls its Kindle app with new features and a fresh design

Bookworms, Amazon has redesigned its Kindle app with a bunch of new features as well as a new look that's easier on the eyes.
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Get the Google Pixel and Pixel XL at a discount from the Google Store

Google's new smartphones are officially here, and they're called the Pixel and Pixel XL.
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Samsung patent filing reveals interest in a dual wireless charging mat

Samsung is apparently working on a dual charging pad of its own to compete with Apple's new AirPower mat, according to a patent filing.
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Moto X4 Android Smartphone: News, Specs, Pricing, and More

The Moto X returns. The new Moto X4 features an all-glass design, a Snapdragon 630, and nifty software features.
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MetroPCS offers treats this Halloween, with four lines of unlimited data for $100

MetroPCS, T-Mobile's prepaid brand, is offering four lines of unlimited data for $100. To sweeten the pot, it's throwing in a free phone.
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Shopping list app Out of Milk debuts its redesigned iOS experience

Shopping list app Out Of Milk officially launched its own voice assistant skill available through Google Home and Amazon Echo.
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At last, New York City subway to ditch MetroCard in favor of tap-to-pay

New York is close to ditching the subway's MetroCard for a tap-to-pay system that'll let riders use Apple Pay and others at the turnstile.
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Amazon Kindle discount celebrates 10 years of its ebook reader

Amazon's first-ever Kindle ebook reader hit the market 10 years ago and to celebrate it's offering $30 discounts on most models.
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Pay with Google is a digital wallet for online shopping

Pay with Google, Google's new payments platform for merchants and buyers, alleviates a few of online shopping's biggest headaches.
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Facebook says no thanks to Apple, new feature will only be on Android platforms

Facebook is rolling out a new feature that may help news publications but it will only be available on Android due to a dispute with Apple.
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Google will give you $1,000 to hack Android’s most popular apps

Google is offering a $1,000 bonus to white hat hackers who help it, along with app developers, find vulnerabilities within the Play Store
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Apple sued for alleged trademark infringement tied to animoji feature on iPhone X

Apple has been hit with yet another lawsuit, this time for alleged trademark infringement over the use of the term "animoji."
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Weekly Rewind: The new Moto, a 12-year-old’s lead-detection invention, and more

In the tech world, a lot happens in a week. That’s why we’ve compiled a quick and dirty list of this week's top tech stories.
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Facebook is rolling out peer-to-peer PayPal payments for Facebook Messenger

Facebook and PayPal are joining forces to integrate the online payments system with Messenger. Now, users can pay each other with PayPal.
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Apple Watch Series 3: News, new features, and release

It's official: Apple's new smartwatch is the Apple Watch Series 3. Here's everything you need to know about it.

Nokia 3310 3G review

Haven't gotten your daily does of nostalgia yet? You're in for a a doozy with the Nokia 3310 3G, Nokia's famous handset reborn.
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The ZTE Blade X is another budget-friendly phone now available on Cricket Wireless

ZTE has launched yet another budget-friendly smartphone on a U.S. carrier -- the Blade X from Cricket Wireless.
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Android Instant Apps and Progressive Web Apps load instantly on your phone

Android Instant Apps will allow you to visit the app version of websites without ever having to install the app.
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WhatsApp rolls out real-time location-sharing feature for iOS and Android

WhatsApp's new location-sharing feature lets you publicize your whereabouts. It's rolling out to Android and iOS users in the coming weeks.
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Linux support is coming to Samsung DeX, along with big-screen mobile gaming

The Samsung DeX Station can turn your Galaxy S8 smartphone into a desktop PC, and soon it will support Linux.
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Verizon extends Total Mobile Protection deadline for new customers

Verizon's Total Mobile Protection plan normally requires you sign up within 30 days of purchase but the carrier is extending the deadline.
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Everything you need to know about the iPhone 8 and iPhone 8 Plus

The iPhone 8 and 8 Plus add glass design, wireless charging, True Tone displays, and new camera tricks. They'll be available on September 22.
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Heart rate data app Cardiogram is now available for Android Wear

Cardiogram announced it has launched for Android Wear. The app is compatible with any Android Wear watch that has a heart rate sensor.
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The Moto Smart Speaker adds a little Alexa to your smartphone

Lenovo's new Moto Smart Speaker adds the Alexa assistant, two speakers, and four microphones to the company's Moto Z series phones.
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Google wants to bring augmented reality to your smartphone with ARCore

Google is bringing augmented reality to every Android device running 7.0 Nougat or higher, thanks to a new technology called ARCore.
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Boomerang's new Brief Me assistant uses AI to highlight important emails

Boomerang, the San Francisco startup behind the eponymous Boomerang email tools, is launching a new AI-powered productivity assistant.
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Samsung confirms Galaxy Note 9, plans to upgrade the S Pen

Samsung has confirmed it is working on the next Note device -- the Galaxy Note 9. There are also plans to upgrade the S Pen.
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With the Google Pixel 2, Bluetooth connectivity issues may finally be resolved

When the Google Pixel 2 ships, it will feature a fix for a Bluetooth audio problem that folks have been complaining about since August.
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Qualcomm unveils a new chipset and 5G reference design at an event in Hong Kong

At an event in Hong Kong, Qualcomm announced a 5G phone reference design and the midrange Snapdragon 636 chip. Here's what you need to know.
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Venmo users can now make purchases at 2 million online retailers

Venmo, the uber-popular peer-to-peer payments service, now supports payments at more than 2 million online retailers.
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Android phone startup Essential is sued for allegedly stealing trade secrets

Essential, the Andy Rubin-backed startup behind the Essential Phone, has been sued by Keyssa for allegedly stealing trade secrets.